Should Board Members Who Do Not Participate in Conversations Around

question 19

Essay

Should Board members who do not participate in conversations around strategy be replaced?

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Definitions:

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

A U.S. government agency tasked with coordinating the response to disasters that occur in the United States and overwhelm local and state authorities.

George W. Bush

The 43rd President of the United States (2001–2009), known for leading the country during the September 11 attacks and initiating the Iraq War.

Hurricane Katrina

2005 hurricane that devastated much of the Gulf Coast, especially New Orleans. The Bush administration’s response was widely criticized as inadequate.

Poverty

A condition where individuals or communities lack the financial resources to meet basic needs such as food, shelter, and healthcare, leading to decreased quality of life.